PTG Consulting is a growing team of engineering professionals Australia-wide. We are experts in geotechnical, traffic, transport, structural, acoustic, environmental, and civil engineering. We’re inspiring engineering through our innovative practices.
Our technical leaders around the country are mentors for our younger engineers and technicians, providing career aspirations and growth internally. We work on large-scale infrastructure, residential and commercial projects for private, government, and corporate clients, where all our people are encouraged to take a hands-on approach to learning and delivering.
A part of Protest People, when you work with PTG Consulting you’ll have access to a broad range of engineering and technical professionals in the engineering and CMT space.
When you join our team, you’ll be part of our bigger picture – shaping communities through inspiration and innovation.
About the Position:
We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled senior geotechnical engineer with 5-7 years of experience to join an expanding and dynamic team in our Tullamarine office as the Team Leader. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of geotechnical analysis and proven project and people management skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, mentor, and develop staff, including recruitment, training, and performance management
- Ensure project timelines are met and deliverables are of high quality through appropriate resource allocation
- Drive business development by tracking opportunities, maintaining industry networks, and supporting client relationships
- Prepare and manage branch budgets, monitor financial performance, and ensure targets are met
- Maintain compliance across administration, reporting, and insurance requirements
- Communicate and coordinate with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
- Supervise and conduct a wide range of fieldwork
- Undertake factual and interpretive geotechnical reporting
- Undertake stability assessments with software including SlopeW and/or Geostudio (or similar)
- Retaining wall and basement retention design
- Conduct and communicate construction verification on foundations and other earthworks assessments
About You:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering
- 5-7 years of experience in Geotechnical Engineering
- Local experience and understanding of Victorian geology
- Proficient in geotechnical logging, interpretive reporting and managing site investigations.
- Excellent knowledge of testing soils to relevant Australian and State or Territory Standards
- Member of Engineers Australia
- RPEV or CPEng Qualification
- Knowledge of quality, safety and environmental compliance requirements and a commitment to keeping safety at the core of everything you do
- Personable with strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Proven track record of managing client relationships
- Proven track record of managing staff
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to travel to project sites as needed
- Current Automatic Class C Drivers License
Why Join Us?
- Be part of something amazing and join us on our growth journey!
- Ongoing learning & development focused on your career ambitions
- Flexible working opportunities
- We foster a culture where our people are encouraged to seek opportunities to grow and achieve their career aspirations
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Senior Geotechnical Team Leader | Mentoring & Projects in Melbourne employer: PTG Consulting
PTG Consulting is an exceptional employer that prioritises the professional growth of its employees while fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture. As part of a national network, you will benefit from flexible working opportunities and a formal graduate development program designed to help you achieve your career ambitions in a supportive environment. Join us in Queensland and play a pivotal role in shaping transport solutions that enhance communities across Australia.
